Privacy Policy

Last updated: 25/03/2025

Summary of Key Points

Topic	Summary	Learn More
Data Collection	Code submissions, interview responses, technical assessments	Section 1
Data Usage	Interview facilitation, performance analysis, platform improvement	Section 2
Data Security	Encryption, secure access, regular audits	Section 4
Your Rights	Access, correction, deletion, data portability	Section 6

Introduction

Welcome to Recrutr. We understand the importance of your personal information and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our technical interview platform and related services.

By using Recrutr, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. This document outlines our commitment to transparency and details how we handle every aspect of your data throughout your journey with our platform. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand our practices and your rights regarding your personal information.

If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use our services. For any questions or clarifications about our privacy practices, please contact our support team.

1. Information We Collect

To provide you with the best possible technical interview experience and ensure accurate assessment of your skills, we collect various types of information. This data helps us create a comprehensive profile that showcases your technical abilities and professional background to potential employers.

1.1 Personal Information

The personal information we collect helps us create and maintain your professional profile, verify your identity, and facilitate communication throughout the interview process. This information is essential for matching you with appropriate job opportunities and ensuring a personalized experience on our platform.

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Name, email address, and contact information for essential communications and account management
Professional background and work experience to understand your career trajectory
GitHub profile and other professional profiles to verify your development experience
Resume and portfolio materials to showcase your qualifications
Profile pictures and biographical information to personalize your presence

1.2 Technical Interview Data

During technical interviews and assessments, we collect comprehensive data to evaluate your technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and coding practices. This information is crucial for providing accurate assessments to potential employers and helping you showcase your technical capabilities.

During technical interviews and assessments, we collect:

Code submissions and coding activity, including keystrokes, editing patterns, and final solutions
Interview responses and communications to evaluate communication skills
Technical assessment results and scores across different competency areas
Programming language preferences and technical skills inventory
Interview duration and timing data to analyze efficiency
Audio and video recordings (if applicable) for interview review and quality assurance
Chat logs and written communications to assess collaboration abilities

1.3 Technical and Usage Data

To maintain platform security, optimize performance, and improve user experience, we automatically collect technical data about your interactions with our platform. This information helps us identify and resolve issues, enhance platform functionality, and ensure compatibility across different devices and browsers.

We automatically collect certain information when you use our platform:

IP address and device information for security and access management
Browser type and settings to ensure optimal compatibility
Operating system information for platform optimization
Usage patterns and interaction data to improve user experience
Performance metrics and error logs for system maintenance

2. How We Use Your Information

We utilize the collected information to provide, maintain, and improve our technical interview platform. Our data usage practices are designed to enhance your experience while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security.

2.1 Primary Purposes

The primary purpose of data collection is to facilitate effective technical interviews and provide valuable insights to both candidates and employers. Here's how we use your information:

Facilitate technical interviews and assessments through our platform
Analyze interview performance and coding skills objectively
Generate comprehensive interview reports for evaluation
Match candidates with appropriate job opportunities based on skills
Improve our interview platform and assessment accuracy

2.2 Platform Improvement

We're committed to continuously enhancing our platform's capabilities and user experience. We use collected data to:

Enhance user experience and platform functionality through analysis
Develop new features and services based on user needs
Conduct research and analysis for platform optimization
Train and improve our AI assessment models for better accuracy
Generate aggregated statistical data for industry insights

2.3 Communications

To maintain effective communication and support, we may use your information to:

Send important platform updates and notifications
Provide technical support and assistance when needed
Share relevant job opportunities matching your profile
Send promotional materials (with your explicit consent)

4. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your data:

End-to-end encryption for data transmission
Secure cloud storage with encryption at rest
Multi-factor authentication
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Access controls and monitoring
Employee security training and compliance

5. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Specifically:

Interview data is retained for 24 months after the last activity
Account information is kept until account deletion
Technical logs are retained for 90 days
Backup data is retained for disaster recovery purposes

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access and review your personal information
Request corrections to inaccurate data
Request deletion of your account and data
Export your data in a machine-readable format
Opt-out of promotional communications
Restrict certain data processing activities

7. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to servers and service providers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

Standard contractual clauses
Data processing agreements
Compliance with regional data protection laws
Privacy Shield certification (where applicable)

8. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Under GDPR, you have the following additional rights:

Right to be informed about how your personal data is processed
Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification if your personal data is inaccurate or incomplete
Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to restrict processing of your personal data
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing of your personal data
Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

8.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

Consent: When you explicitly agree to the processing of your data
Contractual necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations to you
Legal obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Legitimate interests: To operate and improve our services

8.2 Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority in the EEA if you believe we have not complied with applicable data protection laws.

8.3 International Transfers

When we transfer your data outside the EEA, we ensure adequate protection through:

EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
Binding Corporate Rules
Adequacy decisions issued by the European Commission
Additional safeguards and security measures as required

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the Last updated date. Continued use of our platform after such changes constitutes your consent to the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: contact@tryrecrutr.com

11. Technical Details

Our platform employs sophisticated technical measures to ensure secure and accurate technical assessments:

Real-time code execution in isolated environments
AI-powered analysis of coding patterns and problem-solving approaches
Automated plagiarism detection and code similarity checks
Multi-language support with syntax validation
Secure WebRTC connections for video interviews
Browser-based IDE with customizable settings

11.1 Data Processing Systems

Our interview platform processes data through several specialized systems:

Code execution engine for multiple programming languages
Machine learning models for candidate assessment
Natural language processing for communication analysis
Real-time collaboration and synchronization systems
Automated scoring and evaluation algorithms

12. Compliance and Standards

We adhere to industry standards and best practices for technical interviews:

WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards
OWASP security guidelines
Regular third-party security audits

13. Service Reliability

We maintain high standards of service reliability through:

99.9% platform uptime guarantee
Distributed infrastructure across multiple regions
Automatic failover and disaster recovery
Regular backup and data redundancy
24/7 system monitoring and alerting